Kodak EasyShare V610 6MP Digital Camera with 10x Dual-Lens Optical Zoom Review

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(More customer reviews)Kodak V610 review

I have owned this camera for about 3 weeks, and I love it.I have captured about 4 hours of video inside and outside and about 200 still shots inside and outside.

The V610 is a consumer point and shoot still camera and a great 640 by 480 - 30 frame per second movie camera, both with 10 times zoom.If you are looking to have a camera in your pocket whenever you come upon a situation where you want to take a high quality snapshot or a home movie video, I highly recommend this camera.It is fantastic.It takes a reliable snapshot and a very smooth video and fits into my shirt pocket

However, if you are looking to be the next Ansel Adams or need professional videos ... get other much larger and more expensive cameras, with much larger lenses and much more powerful lights.

In my opinion, this is the best and most powerful shirt pocket sized camera on the market today.

Prior to this I owned a digital still camera an Olympus Camedia C-4040 4MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Zoom and a very small DV video tape camera, a Panasonic model PV DV 201.Now that I own the V610, I no longer have to carry a camera bag with me to the zoo, or family reunions or other events.As a replacement for both of those cameras, this is a fantastic choice.

I can't tell you how many times I have seen great photo opportunities at events in the last several years before I owned this camera, but the appropriate camera was either in the camera bag or in the car, and how often I wanted greater than a 3x optical zoom in my still camera.

The 6.1 megapixel resolution is sufficient to allow you to capture nice snapshots, and with a powerful 10x optical zoom, you can be sitting in the back row still get a great still shot or a video and the video to my eye is nearly the equal of a consumer quality DV tape camera.I think that this is one of a very few digital still cameras that allow you to optical zoom while shooting videos.

As with most camera purchases additional equipment is necessary to make the camera most useable.I purchased the following additional equipment to go with the camera:
>> A 2GB high speed (x133) SD memory card which it allows me to shoot a combination of up to almost one hour of video or up to about 1,100 - 6 megapixel still shots- that's right, one hour of MPEG-4 video fits on the 2gb card, with good TV quality video and sound.I paid about $85.00 USD.
>> 3 spare non-Kodak brand batteries.I paid about $12.00 USD each.
>> A 6 in 1 San Disk PC card adapter - card reader for my laptop - no software needed for the laptop, and the SD memory card acts just like a hard drive and I copy the still pictures and the .mov quicktime videos to my hard drive (the provided USB cable is too slow and the camera needs to be turned on the entire time during downloads with a cable).I paid about $24.00 USD.
>> A thin leather case - To protect the camera. I paid about $15.00 USD.
>> A 250gb USB2 external hard drive for backing up the photographs and movies.

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Package Contents: EasyShare V610 Dual Lens Digital Camera, KLIC-7001 battery, USB and audio/video cables, AC adapter with power cord, carry strap, camera case, custom inserts for Freame and Printer Docks, EasyShare software
The Kodak EasyShare V610 Dual Lens Digital Camera captures all the vibrancy and color of those precious moments in your life. This 10X optical zoom digital camera features Kodak Retina Dual Lens Technology; it comes equipped with two professional quality Schneider-Kreuznach C-VARIOGON Lenses for exceptional clarity and sharpness. Embedded Bluetooth Wireless technology makes it easier to share pictures wirelessly. Its advanced engineering is rivaled only by its alluring design.Dual lens; 38-114 mm (35 mm equiv.) f/3.9-f/4.4 Aperture -f/3.9-f/7.1 at wide, f/4.8-f/8.0Shutter Speed -8-1/1200 sec.Scene Modes -Panorama, Sport, Landscape, Close-Up, Night Portrait, Snow, Beach, Fireworks, Flower, Sunset, Custom and moreColor Modes -High Color, Natural Color, Low Color, Sepia, Black & White Up to 80 min. continuous video recording (based on memory capacity); saved as QuickTime VideoVideo resolution -640x480 (VGA) @ 30 fps; 320x240 (QVGA) @ 30 fpsSingle and continuous auto-focusWhite balance -Auto, daylight, tungsten, fluorescent, open shadeFlash Range -2.0-11.2 ft @ wide; 2.0-10.8 ft @ tele Self-Timer -10 sec, 2 sec, 2 pictureAuto picture rotation & auto-orientation 32MB internal memoryStores to SD/MMC cardsBluetooth 2.0 EDR Wireless with object push protocol; Transfer rate -Up to 3 MbpsI/O interface -A/V output (NTSC or PAL), Kodak Camera Dock/Printer interface, USB 2.0 connectorPictBridge compatibleKodak Li-ion rechargeable digital camera battery (KLIC-7001) Built-in lens barrier1/4 standard tripod mountSystem Requirements -Windows 2000 or XP, Mac OS X 10.3 (or higher); 128MB RAM; 200MB hard drive sp

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Fujifilm Finepix S5200 5.1MP Digital Camera with 10x Optical Zoom Review

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(More customer reviews)I have been using the Fuji S5200 for several days now and think that it is a fantastic camera.I had been debating between this and several other superzooms.I chose the Fuji for its ISO capabilities and its real photo technology.

Pros:

-Great looks and build.You know this camera has quality written all over it from the moment you pick it up.
-Fast shot to shot times.
-Good auto focus capability, though not the best in its class.
-Good movie mode with 640 X 480 capability.
-Incredible High ISO capability!This is where the Fuji stands heads and above its competitors.You can actually use come pcitures at 1600 ISO with a little work.
-Excellent pictures in auto mode for a beginner.This is a great camera for someone wanting to learn how to use digital cameras.You can start off in auto mode and experiment with many manual settings.

Cons:

-Manual focusing is awkward to use.You have to hold on to 1 button and then move the zoom in or out to focus.
-The menus are a little more difficult to use than others I have tried, though you get used to it like anything else with practice.
-No optical stabilization.This is not really a con in my book due to its high ISO capabilities but some would argue the point.
-No hot shoe.

In the end, Fuji has taken and enhanced the S5100 in several ways to create a bargain of a camera the 399.00 price.Highly recommended!

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Kodak EasyShare Z8612IS 8.1MP Digital Camera with 12x Optical Image Stabilized Zoom Review

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(More customer reviews)I have only had the camera for a couple of days and I'm already very pleased with it.Takes wonderful pictures right out of the box in the Auto mode,but there are many different features that I will have to play around with.The 12x zoom is perfect for catching objects from a distance and the Image Stabilizer works wonders.I have tried to shake the camer while taking the picture and it has still came out great.

A few things to know before buying: The camera does not have an electronic viewfinder, so sometimes in direct light(sun)it may be hard to view the LCD screen.It also uses 3 different types of batteries KLIC-8000 (rechargeable Li Ion), CRV3 (Non rechargeable Li Ion), and it also takes 2 AA litium Ion batteries.If you buy the KLIC-8000 battery you have to purchase a separate charger, you cannot charge the battery in the camera.If you are looking for a big zoom camera that will fit in your pocket this is not the camera for you.

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Whether you're zooming in on fast action shots or taking a picture of your grand surroundings, the Z8612 IS is the camera that can handle it. And it's surprisingly simple to use. Capture the details in low light and fast action situations. The Z8612 IS features a powerful, high ISO. The Z8612 IS is part of the Kodak EasyShare System, so sharing your pictures is amazingly simple. Just press Share. Unpack the Z8612 IS and you're ready to shoot. It's that simple.

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Kodak Easyshare Z915 10MP Digital Camera w/ 10x Optical IS Zoom (Black) 4GB BigVALUEInc Accessory Saver NiMH Bundle Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this camera for my sixteen year old daughter.She is very interested in photography and has had several point and shoot cameras.What she really wanted was an expensive SLR.Instead I bought her this camaera and she is very happy with it.It takes great pictures, has many of the same features of an SLR camera, yet was affordable and practical for a sixteen year old.She is learning to change the settings, aperature, etc. for the different pictures she takes.Love it!

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This Kit Includes:
1- Kodak Easyshare Z915 10MP Digital Camera (Black) Brand New USA w/Manufacturer's Supplied Accessories
1- 4GB SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card (Dont Miss a Memory!)
1- USB SD Memory Card Reader (Download Images Quicker!)
8- 2600MaH AA NiMH Batteries Plus Travel Rapid Charger(Always Have Your Spare Battery Ready to Go for Any Occassion!)
1- Padded Carrying Case w/Strap
1- Memory Card Wallet (Stay Organized!)
1- Pack of LCD Screen Protectors (Protect from Dust & Scratches!)
1- Lens/LCD Cleaning Kit
1- Mini Table Top Tripod
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Become a better photographer with a smarter camera. The KODAK EASYSHARE Z915 Digital Camera has an extended zoom so you can get closer to those far away shots. And, with Kodak's innovative Smart Capture feature, camera settings are adjusted to deliver beautiful pictures, automatically. The Z915 is compact, not complex, so you can take incredible pictures at an incredible price.

Supplied Manufacturer Accessories in addition to mentioned above:
2 x AA-size Alkaline Batteries, USB Cable, Wrist Strap, Software CD-ROM, User Guide, 1 Year Kodak USA Warranty.

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Kodak Easyshare Z915 10MP Digital Camera w/ 10x Optical IS Zoom (Black) 8GB BigVALUEInc Accessory Saver NiMH Bundle Review

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(More customer reviews)The camera and accessories were a great buy! We purchased the camera for vacation and the battery life, features on camera and lg capacity mem card were great for being on the go and away from resort.

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This Kit Includes:
1- Kodak Easyshare Z915 10MP Digital Camera (Black) Brand New USA w/Manufacturer's Supplied Accessories
1- 8GB SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card (Dont Miss a Memory!)
1- USB SD Memory Card Reader (Download Images Quicker!)
8- 2600MaH AA NiMH Batteries Plus Travel Rapid Charger(Always Have Your Spare Battery Ready to Go for Any Occassion!)
1- Padded Carrying Case w/Strap
1- Memory Card Wallet (Stay Organized!)
1- Pack of LCD Screen Protectors (Protect from Dust & Scratches!)
1- Lens/LCD Cleaning Kit
1- Mini Table Top Tripod
More about this camera:
Become a better photographer with a smarter camera. The KODAK EASYSHARE Z915 Digital Camera has an extended zoom so you can get closer to those far away shots. And, with Kodak's innovative Smart Capture feature, camera settings are adjusted to deliver beautiful pictures, automatically. The Z915 is compact, not complex, so you can take incredible pictures at an incredible price.

Supplied Manufacturer Accessories in addition to mentioned above:
2 x AA-size Alkaline Batteries, USB Cable, Wrist Strap, Software CD-ROM, User Guide, 1 Year Kodak USA Warranty.

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Kodak Easyshare Z915 10MP Digital Camera w/ 10x Optical IS Zoom (Blue) 8GB BigVALUEInc Accessory Saver NiMH Bundle Review

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(More customer reviews)The Kodak Z915 is a decent little workhorse camera with a surprising number of adjustable controls.You have to have certain settings active before you can access some others, so that's a little confusing, and it definitely wasn't my first choice.But for the money, it's a nice little camera that takes very nice pictures.

Regarding this "bundle," I would not recommend it.The items included with the camera include a completely worthless camera bag that is so big and so poorly padded that I would never trust it to protect anything electronic.As well, the word "bundle" would suggest to me a manufacturer's bundle.Instead, I got a bunch of generic stuff thrown in a plain cardboard box.The picture for this product is misleading, and the items included with the camera feel cheap and shoddy - like something you'd find in a fast food child's meal.

I initially wanted to return the entire package, and - to be fair - Big VALUE Inc. told me I could, but I was hesitant because I was only told to return all items before a refund could be processed.They did not tell me whether it would be a full or partial refund, or how long I would have to wait.No postage due shipping label was offered (as Amazon has so kindly done on the few occasions I've returned something purchased directly through them), and I feel there was a lack of professionalism all around.

While I give Big VALUE Inc. full points for speedy service, I feel misled by the "bundle" picture, and the return permission felt a little too cryptic to me.I decided to keep the camera because the prospect of returning it felt like a back-alley deal.

As for the camera itself, it also feels a little bit like a child's toy, not solid and sturdy like the Canon point-and-shoots I've had the privilege of operating.Alas, I can't afford Canon, and this camera so far seems worth the small investment I would have made had I purchased it separately.I'm impressed by the image stabilization and optical zoom, and its ability to resolve fine detail.The pictures are a wonderful improvement over my 3.2 megapixel dinosaur, and its ability to take crystal clear photos with flash, without, in low light, in high light, and even in complete darkness is worth an honorable mention.You can shoot in vibrant, regular or low color, black and white, and sepia.

If I had it to do all over again, would I buy from Big VALUE Inc?I don't think I would.Would I recommend the camera by itself?Sure, but if I had do-overs with the same amount of money, I think I'd buy a more expensive model, and I'd buy direct from Amazon to get the Free Super Saver Shipping.Thanks for reading.

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This Kit Includes:
1- Kodak Easyshare Z915 10MP Digital Camera (Blue) Brand New USA w/Manufacturer's Supplied Accessories
1- 8GB SDHC Secure Digital Memory Card (Dont Miss a Memory!)
1- USB SD Memory Card Reader (Download Images Quicker!)
8- 2600MaH AA NiMH Batteries Plus Travel Rapid Charger(Always Have Your Spare Battery Ready to Go for Any Occassion!)
1- Padded Carrying Case w/Strap
1- Memory Card Wallet (Stay Organized!)
1- Pack of LCD Screen Protectors (Protect from Dust & Scratches!)
1- Lens/LCD Cleaning Kit
1- Mini Table Top Tripod
More about this camera:
Become a better photographer with a smarter camera. The KODAK EASYSHARE Z915 Digital Camera has an extended zoom so you can get closer to those far away shots. And, with Kodak's innovative Smart Capture feature, camera settings are adjusted to deliver beautiful pictures, automatically. The Z915 is compact, not complex, so you can take incredible pictures at an incredible price.

Supplied Manufacturer Accessories in addition to mentioned above:
2 x AA-size Alkaline Batteries, USB Cable, Wrist Strap, Software CD-ROM, User Guide, 1 Year Kodak USA Warranty.

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Fujifilm Finepix Z37 10MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD (Purple) Review

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(More customer reviews)I love Fuji cameras - and no, I'm not a Fuji employee, but maybe I should be - I would love an employee discount!This Z37 was a deal I couldn't refuse and I believe this is my 10th Fuji digital camera I've purchased since 2004.I got the purple color and it's beautiful.

I owned the Z30 Fujifilm FinePix Z30 10 MP Digital Camera with 3x Optical Zoom and 2.7 inch LCD (Whirl White) previously, but at the last minute I decided to gift it to a young relative of mine only because of one thing I disliked about it: On the Z30 the USB plug-in was located INSIDE the camera's battery compartment.I feared the latch would eventually break off since the USB plug, the battery and the memory card were all in the same area.

Instead, the Z37 Fuji has the USB plug on the SIDE of the camera.In addition, this is a multi-use plug.With the Z37 you get an AC adapter cable in addition to the USB cable.The AC adapter charges the battery inside the camera.So unless I'm removing the memory card on this camera, there is no reason to open the battery compartment.

The AC adapter replaces the separate battery charger that comes with the Z30.This also means if your battery runs low, you can use the Z37 with it plugged into an outlet, but of course, this does limit what you can take a picture of, unless it's something near the electric outlet.

The Z37 is slightly thinner than the Z30 but otherwise they appear to be the same.Same LCD size, and the buttons are located in the same configuration.The LCD is big and bright - I have no trouble seeing anything outside in the bright sun. It's tiny and lightweight and easy to carry in either a pocket or small bag - it weighs slightly over 4 ounces.

And since the lens has a cover - and this is the way the camera is powered on/off - by sliding the lens cover open (like the first Fuji digital cameras invented) you almost don't need to buy a separate case....although I do keep mine in a case because I don't like the exterior to get scratched.

Just one complaint with this camera, otherwise it's perfect.There is no good area to hold onto the camera. The entire back is composed of LCD screen and buttons. At least the back area is rubberized so it does help with the grip.

But the pro's way outnumber my single complaint:

>>> Quick response when opening the lens cover to take the first shot
>>> SR Auto - just point and shoot
>>> Takes beautiful pictures
>>> Fast response time after taking a flash picture
>>> Lithium-ion battery - one charge lasts over 200 pictures
>>> Takes good videos - better than my expensive Panasonic Lumix

Note about the videos:You can't use optical zoom once you start filming, but you can set it before.You can use digital zoom after you start filming, but you have to turn it on before-hand in the set-up menu.They aren't HD but they look pretty good.

Note about the SR Auto setting:This setting drains the battery a little quicker, because the lens and sensor is constantly evaluating and focusing whatever you have the camera pointed at - the lens noise is completely normal and nothing to worry about.If you don't want to hear the lens focusing, just set the camera on regular Auto instead (the picture of the camera icon).

In conclusion: This is a good entry-level camera and I recommend it for just about anyone who is looking for an easy to use camera.Even a young kid. And it's built tougher than it appears - since the lens zooms INSIDE the camera body. Case in point: Two days after I received my Z30, it slipped out of my hands and hit the kitchen floor (my condo is built on a slab). I thought the camera was broken, but I turned it back on and was none worse for the wear. Not even a scratch.This Z37 appears to be built just as tough as the Z30 which I dropped.

It comes with just 18 MB of internal memory, so pick up an SD card if you don't already have one.

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- FujiFilm FinePix Z37 digital camera- 10 Megapixels- 3x Optical zoom- 2.7 Inch LCD- SR AUTO (scene recognition auto)- Face detection- Micro thumbnail view - up to 100 pictures can be viewed at a time in a 10 x 10 array of micro thumbnails- Select slideshows of face detected close-ups- Slideshow with music- Scrapbook view slideshow- Anti-blur mode- One touch movie button- Extensive selection of preprogrammed shooting modes ensures great photos in various conditions, eliminating the need to fuss with camera settings while delivering optimum results - sport, sunset, flower, landscape, natural light, portrait, night, and more- Rechargeable battery- AC Power adapter- Hand strap- USB Cable- CD-ROM- Hip, curvaceous purple designFJ-Z37PUR

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Deluxe Accessory Kit with Deluxe Padded Carrying Case + Transcend 2GB High Speed SD Card + Charger with 4 AA Rechargeable Batteries + Tripod + Precision Design Bonus Accessory Kit for Kodak EasyShare Z712 IS, Z812 IS, Z885, Z915, Z980 & Z1285 Digital Cameras Review

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(More customer reviews)This package was a great addition to our camera purchase.We are very pleased by the Deluxe Accessory Kit.I recommend is purchase to anyone that has one of the listed cameras.Great product as a reasonable price.

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Kit includes:
1) Precision Design PD-C10 Deluxe Carrying Case
2) Transcend 2GB SecureDigital (SD) Card
3) Precision Design 4 NiMH Batteries with Rapid Charger
4) Compact 50-inch Digital Travel Tripod
5) Precision Design USB 2.0 High Speed SecureDigital (SD/SDHC) Card Reader
6) ImageRecall Digital Image Recovery Software
7) Digital Camera LCD Monitor Screen Protectors
8) Precision Design Memory Card Storage Wallet
9) Precision Design 5-Piece Cleaning Kit
10) Precision Design Flexible Tabletop Tripod
11) Cameta Microfiber Cleaning Cloth

Protect your valuable investment with this quality carrying case. This padded carrying case includes a zippered main compartment with padded velcro divider and a mesh pocket to securely hold your equipment and accessories.


Take more high-resolution pictures faster with this 2GB SecureDigital (SD) memory card.


Provide your camera with plenty of power with 4 ultra-high capacity 2900mAh Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) batteries and a multi-voltage rapid charger.


Avoid camera shake and achieve maximum image quality by setting your camera on this sturdy, lightweight 50-inch tripod.


Transfer files quickly and easily, and conserve your camera's battery life, with this convenient USB 2.0 xD-Picture Card Reader.


Retrieve lost or deleted images from your memory card with Image Recall Digital Image Recovery Software. Compatible with all types of memory cards and file types.


The Precision Design 5-Piece Cleaning Kit contains everything you'll ever need to properly clean your lenses, including Lens Cleaning Tissues, Lens Cloth, Lens Cleaning Liquid, Blower Brush and Cotton Swabs.


Reduce glare, enhance your view, and prevent scratching with this set of LCD screen protectors.

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